Runaway coral-algal dysbiosis may be responsible for rapid coral tissue loss

Key Points

• Coral tissue loss occurs quickly in response to algal dysbiosis, indicating a significant ecological threat.
• Evidence shows microbial communities shift negatively, leading to compromised coral health and increased mortality rates.
• Assessment of environmental stressors revealed their direct impact on the symbiotic relationship between coral and algae.
• This highlights the need for proactive measures to restore coral ecosystems affected by environmental changes.